BOURNEMOUTH, ENGLAND - MARCH 13: Antoine Semenyo of Bournemouth celebrates after scoring to make it 3-3 during the Premier League match between AFC Bournemouth and Luton Town at Vitality Stadium on March 13, 2024 in Bournemouth, England. This fixture was re-scheduled after the initial match was abandoned due to Luton Town's captain Tom Lockyer suffering a cardiac arrest after 58 minutes with the score at 1-1. (Photo by Robin Jones - AFC Bournemouth/AFC Bournemouth via Getty Images)

Battle for Semenyo: Arsenal & Newcastle United eye €40m Bournemouth star

On October 17, 2024, 7:30 AM

Arsenal and Newcastle United are set to compete for the signing of Ghanaian forward Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth in the upcoming January transfer window.

Semenyo, 24, has impressed this season, scoring three goals in seven league appearances, which has drawn interest from both clubs.

According to reports from Fichajes, Arsenal and Newcastle are preparing €40 million bids for the talented winger; however, Bournemouth may hold out for a higher fee due to Semenyo’s long-term contract, which runs until 2029.

Arsenal aims to strengthen their squad depth as they compete in multiple competitions, including the UEFA Champions League.

With his versatile skillset, Semenyo is eyed to bolster Arsenal’s attack alongside Saka and Martinelli, and Newcastle see him as the missing piece to their front three, pairing with Isak and Gordon.

Bournemouth, however, is reluctant to let Semenyo go, especially in the middle of the season. The Cherries have already lost Dominik Solanke and won’t want to weaken their squad further. To tempt them, Arsenal and Newcastle United will likely need to make a substantial offer, with Tottenham also reportedly considering a €40 million bid.

The battle for Semenyo’s signature is heating up, and it’ll be interesting to see where he ends up. Will it be Arsenal, Newcastle United, or will Bournemouth manage to keep hold of their star player?

Story By kobby Asamoah/ k.boahene@theghanareport.com